Guards! Guards!: Introduction by Ben Aaronovitch

Insurrection is in the air in Ankh-Morpork, and the Have-Nots have found the key to a dormant, lethal weapon, threatening to unleash a campaign of terror on the city. Captain Sam Vimes of the Night Watch is used to this, but this time, something is different.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 25 April 2019
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

The first book in the iconic and beloved CITY WATCH series, now reimagined in BBC's The Watch, takes readers on a thrilling journey through the bustling streets of Ankh-Morpork. As the city faces a crisis, a diverse group of characters gathers, each with their own motivations and agendas. Among them is Captain Sam Vimes, the charismatic and tough-as-nails leader of the Night Watch. Vimes is accustomed to dealing with the chaos and turmoil that often ensues in Ankh-Morpork, but this time, things are different. Insurrection is in the air, and the lines between the haves and have-nots are blurred. The Have-Nots have discovered the key to a dormant, lethal weapon that they don't fully understand, and they're determined to unleash a campaign of terror on the city. It's up to Captain Vimes to sober up and take action.

As he surveys the assortment before him, Vimes recognizes the familiar faces of Ankh-Morpork's mob. Half of them are here to complain, a quarter are here to watch the others, and the remainder are here to rob, importune, or sell hotdogs to the rest. The atmosphere is tense, with the air thick with anticipation and tension.

But this time, something is different. The Have-Nots have found the key to a dormant, lethal weapon that even they don't fully understand. They're determined to unleash a campaign of terror on the city, and the Night Watch is the only thing standing in their way.

Captain Vimes knows that he can't afford to underestimate the threat. He has to gather his team and prepare for the worst. But as he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers that the Have-Nots have a hidden agenda, and the stakes are higher than he ever imagined.

The city is on the brink of chaos, and Captain Vimes is the only one who can save it. With his wit, his bravery, and his unyielding determination, he must navigate the treacherous waters of Ankh-Morpork and stop the Have-Nots before they unleash their deadly weapon on the unsuspecting population.

In the end, Captain Vimes emerges victorious, but not without paying a heavy price. He has lost friends, and he has been wounded. But he knows that he has done the right thing, and that the city is safe once again.

The first book in the CITY WATCH series is a masterpiece of fantasy and adventure, and it sets the stage for the thrilling and unforgettable adventures that follow. It's a must-read for fans of Terry Pratchett and anyone who loves a good story filled with humor, action, and heart.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 193 x 124 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780552173032